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Climate Change

Municipalities in SA’s energy heartland, Mpumalanga, have financial problems implementing the energy transition
The Green Guardian
/ 14 September 2024

Municipalities in SA’s energy heartland, Mpumalanga, have financial problems implementing the energy transition

South Africa has received pledges of about $11.6 billion for its just energy transition. Oxpeckers Investigative Environmental Journalism asked the treasury how much will be given to Mpumalanga and what is being done about indebted municipalities to ensure they get the funds for the transition

By Thabo Molelekwa
US and China seek common ground to tackle the climate crisis
Thought Leader
/ 10 September 2024

US and China seek common ground to tackle the climate crisis

There is cautious optimism that their collaboration will pave the way for a more sustainable future, offering real hope for the planet we all share

By Imran Khalid
Developing a bioeconomy in Africa could drive nature-positive economic growth
Opinion
/ 3 September 2024

Developing a bioeconomy in Africa could drive nature-positive economic growth

But more research, development and innovation, as well as investment is needed

By James Mwangi and Simon Zadek
Blended finance key to unlocking billions for Africa’s climate tech startups
Thought Leader
/ 28 August 2024

Blended finance key to unlocking billions for Africa’s climate tech startups

The need for innovative climate solutions is urgent, and climate tech offers a path towards resilience and sustainability.

By Buntu Majaja
Ramaphosa: Municipalities are ‘in the driving seat’ to decarbonise South Africa
The Green Guardian
/ 26 August 2024

Ramaphosa: Municipalities are ‘in the driving seat’ to decarbonise South Africa

Electricity generated from fossil fuels accounts for most of South Africa’s carbon emissions, he said.

By Sheree Bega
Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress
Thought Leader
/ 24 August 2024

Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress

… or lack thereof, as the country is rapidly falling behind in its climate commitments and there is not enough uptake of renewable energy

By Ozayr Patel
Climate financing crucial for Malawi’s agricultural sector
Opinion
/ 23 August 2024

Climate financing crucial for Malawi’s agricultural sector

Investments must prioritise climate-resilient infrastructure and climate-smart practices in predominantly subsistence-farming countries

By Leleti Maluleke
‘Silent predators’ in the energy transition
The Green Guardian
/ 19 August 2024

‘Silent predators’ in the energy transition

Companies mining commodities needed for the global energy transition are accused of keeping affected communities in Madagascar in the dark about their plans

By Oscar Nkala
How climate change affects people with diabetes
Health
/ 13 August 2024

How climate change affects people with diabetes

Having diabetes is bad enough but heat waves, floods, air pollution and infectious illnesses make dealing with it harder and increase rates

By Tanya Pampalone
SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists
The Green Guardian
/ 6 August 2024

SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists

South Africa is also playing a leading role during negotiations for climate policies, and is using its position to advance conversations for the whole of Africa

By Aarti Bhana
SA’s progress on climate and just transition hindered by incoherent policies, weak governance and inconsistency
The Green Guardian
/ 30 July 2024

SA’s progress on climate and just transition hindered by incoherent policies, weak governance and inconsistency

The Presidential Climate Commission’s new report says progress is not happening at the pace and scale required

By Sheree Bega
EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism stands to negatively affect the continent

By Ozayr Patel
Brewing change: How climate change is reshaping the coffee value chain in Uganda
Opinion
/ 25 July 2024

Brewing change: How climate change is reshaping the coffee value chain in Uganda

People’s livelihoods depend on the coffee industry, but climate change is changing weather patterns, introducing or increasing pests and diseases and disrupting where the plants can be grown

By Robert Kigongo
Ramaphosa signs crucial Climate Change Bill into law
The Green Guardian
/ 24 July 2024

Ramaphosa signs crucial Climate Change Bill into law

The Climate Change Act is the country’s first comprehensive piece of legislation to encourage the development of an effective climate change response

By Sheree Bega
Climate change drives marine species to new habitats despite emission reductions
The Green Guardian
/ 23 July 2024

Climate change drives marine species to new habitats despite emission reductions

Harmful effects associated with unsafe temperatures are largely in the tropics, rising rapidly after 2050. In the temperate and polar areas, changes are likely to arise from opportunities in the near-term

By Sheree Bega
UN report warns of synchronising of global crises
The Green Guardian
/ 19 July 2024

UN report warns of synchronising of global crises

Viruses and microorganisms hidden in thawing permafrost, AI and digital transformation, armed conflict and violence are among key shifts and signals of change

By Sheree Bega
A pivotal moment for South Africa: Energy crisis, climate action and inclusive governance
Thought Leader
/ 16 July 2024

A pivotal moment for South Africa: Energy crisis, climate action and inclusive governance

As young activists, we urge our government to take bold and decisive action to address the pressing issues of energy poverty and environmental justice

By Lisa Makaula
Local government reform: strengthening democracy in a coalition era
Opinion
/ 4 July 2024

Local government reform: strengthening democracy in a coalition era

With the advent of coalition politics at local and national level, policies are needed that help to maintain stability

By Siphesihle Mbhele
Scientists unravel drivers of global zinc cycle in the oceans
The Green Guardian
/ 24 June 2024

Scientists unravel drivers of global zinc cycle in the oceans

The findings have implications for climate change

By Sheree Bega
Report: Schools unprepared for climate crisis
Education
/ 22 June 2024

Report: Schools unprepared for climate crisis

Learners have been adversely affected by damage to schools
from extreme weather events such as floods

By Umamah Bakharia
Bonn climate conference leaves much to be desired
Opinion
/ 19 June 2024

Bonn climate conference leaves much to be desired

It was business as usual at the talks: protests, visa troubles and little commitment to climate finance

By Ozayr Patel
World’s oldest termite mounds discovered in SA are key to climate change and carbon storage studies
The Green Guardian
/ 18 June 2024

World’s oldest termite mounds discovered in SA are key to climate change and carbon storage studies

There is growing evidence that termites have a substantial but still poorly understood role in the carbon cycle

By Michele Francis
Alexandra Water Warriors are reviving Joburg’s Jukskei River
The Green Guardian
/ 17 June 2024

Alexandra Water Warriors are reviving Joburg’s Jukskei River

The project will remove alien invasive species and restore riverbanks in the catchment area

By Sheree Bega
Production starts at Senegal’s first offshore oil field
Africa
/ 15 June 2024

Production starts at Senegal’s first offshore oil field

Artist impression of oil from the Sangomar field

By Laurent Lozano
Addressing poor sanitation in South African schools
Partner Content
/ 14 June 2024

Addressing poor sanitation in South African schools

Access to safe sanitation is not just a matter of comfort or convenience; it is a fundamental human right

By Welcome Mandla Lishivha
TVET colleges can help municipalities weather climate change
Opinion
/ 12 June 2024

TVET colleges can help municipalities weather climate change

There is an opportunity to re-imagine colleges that are responsive and relevant

By Helga Jansen Daugbjerg
Financial system coped with pre-election jitters, but risks remain
Business
/ 5 June 2024

Financial system coped with pre-election jitters, but risks remain

The Financial Stability Review highlights resilience, but warns of geopolitical risks and high government debt exposure

By Sarah Smit
TotalEnergies African legacy: 100 years of environmental destruction
The Green Guardian
/ 1 June 2024

TotalEnergies African legacy: 100 years of environmental destruction

Climate justice groups are leading the fight against those causing harm to our environment and climate

By Ozayr Patel
In the face of climate change, extreme heat is a human rights crisis
The Green Guardian
/ 30 May 2024

In the face of climate change, extreme heat is a human rights crisis

National and local governments should adopt and implement heat action plans to guide heatwave preparation and emergency response

By Sheree Bega
Rich nations met $100 billion climate finance goal two years late: OECD
The Green Guardian
/ 29 May 2024

Rich nations met $100 billion climate finance goal two years late: OECD

Donors have been accused of repackaging existing aid pledges as climate finance and making the money largely available as loans instead of unconditional grants

By Afp
Vote for a just energy plan with enduring solutions
Opinion
/ 29 May 2024

Vote for a just energy plan with enduring solutions

South Africa needs a leadership that comprehends the interconnectedness of our nation’s energy crisis and the climate emergency

By Boitumelo Masipa
Report: Climate change to reduce incomes, undermine food and water security, raise cost of living
The Green Guardian
/ 27 May 2024

Report: Climate change to reduce incomes, undermine food and water security, raise cost of living

Limiting greenhouse gas emissions and building resilience can improve the everyday lives and experiences of South Africans

By Sheree Bega
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